Grants for Youth Programs

Last updated October 29, 2026

Grantable tracks 3,640 active grants for youth programs in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 89 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 1,654 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 3,640; from 2,477 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $3,000–$50K
Total listed funding: $238.1M; across 1,654 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 90; 256 with a published date

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Community Foundation of Randolph County Grants Community Foundation of Randolph County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of Randolph County provides grants to enhance the capacity of local non-profit organizations.	Not published	Varies
Thief River Falls Area Community Fund (TRFACF) Northwest Minnesota Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies A component fund of the Northwest Minnesota Foundation providing grant funding to organizations in the Thief River Falls area. Operated by a local advisory board to support community-identified priorities.	Not published	Varies
Wagner Family Fund Grant Greater Olean Community Foundation DBA Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wagner Family Fund supports libraries in Cattaraugus and Allegany counties, providing grants between $100 and $2,000 for educational programming and activities for youth and adults.	Not published	Varies
The Young Family Foundation Grant The Young Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Young Family Foundation Grant supports higher education by providing scholarships to graduates of specific Texas high schools. It also funds youth activities and community projects through local organizations.	Not published	Varies
Carl C. Anderson Sr. & Marie Jo Anderson Foundation Grant Carl C Anderson Sr and Marie Jo Anderson · Foundation Not published · Varies The Carl C. Anderson Sr. & Marie Jo Anderson Foundation Grant supports organizations that assist low-income and vulnerable populations in New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas.	Not published	Varies
ECF of The Boeing Company- California: High Desert Chapter Grant Program Employees Community Fund of the Boeing Company · Foundation Not published · Varies The Employees Community Fund (ECF) of The Boeing Company empowers employees to support local communities through charitable contributions.	Not published	Varies
Northern Wisconsin Outdoor Experiential Education Scholarship Fund Grant Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Northern Wisconsin Outdoor Experiential Education Scholarship Fund supports residents of Chequamegon Bay communities in accessing quality outdoor education programs.	Not published	$1K
San Fernando Valley Community Grants (Participatory Budgeting) Los Angeles Education Partnership · Foundation Not published · $75K Through a collaborative participatory budget process (PBP), LAEP and El Nido Family Centers work with community members to identify neighborhood needs and vote on projects that local organizations propose to address those needs.	Not published	$75K
DCF County Progress Grant Program Dearborn Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K Support the interests of the community from eligible tax-exempt organizations for charitable purposes.	Not published	Up to $10K
IDHS Homeless Youth Grant Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Family & Community Services · Foundation Not published · $100K – $800K The IDHS Homeless Youth program provides essential services for youth aged 14-23 facing homelessness, including emergency shelter, case management, and transitional living support.	Not published	$100K – $800K
Youth Volunteer Scholarships Saint Therese of New Hope · Foundation Not published · $2K Saint Therese recognizes the dedication and compassion of teenage volunteers through annual Youth Volunteer Scholarships. The program celebrates the transformative power of service and intergenerational connections.	Not published	$2K
AKtion Club Leadership Development Fund Ohio District Kiwanis Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Support leadership development for AKtion Club members	Not published	Varies
United Company Foundation Grant The United Company Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The United Company Foundation, established in 1986, provides grants to support charitable organizations in Bristol, VA, Bristol, TN, and Southwest Virginia.	Not published	Varies
NEI Microgrants (NextGen Engagement Initiative) Jewish Federation Council of Greater LA · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K Small grants for collaborative programs designed to engage Jewish young adults in Los Angeles.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Youth of the Year Scholarship Boys and Girls Clubs of Columbus Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K Boys & Girls Club's premier youth recognition program for Club members ages 14 – 18. The program promotes and celebrates academic performance, leadership, and community service.	Not published	Up to $10K
U.S. Marshals Museum Summer Camp Scholarships United States Marshals Museum Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Scholarship funding for students to attend summer camp programs at the U.S. Marshals Museum. The museum offers various themed summer camp sessions during June and July.	Not published	Varies
STOP Grant (Sober Truth on Preventing Underage Drinking Act) Porter County Substance Abuse Council · Foundation Not published · Varies Federally funded initiative to strengthen local capacity to prevent and reduce underage alcohol use	Not published	Varies
Hello Arts! Arts Council of Wilmington and New Hanover County · Foundation Not published · Varies Formerly known as "Broadway for a Better World," Hello Arts! provides theater experiences and associated benefits to underserved populations. The grant program awards twice a year (January and July), with applications accepted year-round.	Not published	Varies
Communication Contest for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (CCDHH) Scholarship Friend of Youth the Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K Communication Contest for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (CCDHH) offers an opportunity for children who are deaf or hard of hearing to present their thoughts in the community, gaining skills which can only come from signing or speaking to a…	Not published	$3K
Michigan Health Endowment "Healthy Ottawa" Re-granting Initiative Fund LJ Midge Verplank Community Impact Fund · Foundation Not published · $40K – $150K Grants prioritized programs addressing three critical community health needs: Included representatives from both community foundations' Grants Distribution Committees and Youth Advisory Committees.	Not published	$40K – $150K
Delta Dental of Colorado Foundation General Grants Program Delta Dental Plan of Colorado Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Increase access to oral health services by expanding Colorado's oral health workforce through: Deliver evidence-based preventive services, promote oral health education, and strengthen connections to a dental home for: Anticipate and…	Not published	Varies
Growth Opportunities (GO MKE) Employ Milwaukee Inc · Foundation Not published · $2M Growth Opportunities (GO MKE) provides services to youth and young adults aged 15-18 who are at high risk of involvement in violence.	Not published	$2M
Asheville Merchants Fund Grant The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Asheville Merchants Fund (AMF) seeks to improve the quality of life in Buncombe County by supporting innovative projects that strengthen the community through economic efforts in one or more of its Funding Priorities.	Not published	Up to $50K
The Philly Service Award The Philly Service Award · Foundation Not published · $100K A pioneering city-wide high school competition focused on championing community service projects led by Philadelphia's promising students.	Not published	$100K

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About grants for youth programs

Grants for youth programs support after-school, summer learning, mentoring, recreation, and enrichment activities for young people. Federal funding flows largely through the Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers program (administered by state education agencies under the U.S. Department of Education's ESSA) and the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP), while private funders such as the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, the Annie E. Casey Foundation, and the W.K. Kellogg Foundation back youth development nationwide. Local community foundations, United Way chapters, and corporate giving programs round out the field.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for youth programs award?

Of the 3,640 grants for youth programs Grantable lists as of October 29, 2026, 1,654 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $10K, and the middle half fall between $3,000 and $50K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for youth programs?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are City of Boston (11), Midland Area Community Foundation (11), Communitygiving (10), Michigan 4-H Foundation (10), and Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation (9). In all, 2,477 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for youth programs due?

Of 3,640 grants listed, 90 accept applications on a rolling basis, 256 have a published upcoming deadline, 1,095 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 2,199 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 45% fall in October–December.

What grants are available for youth programs?

Funding ranges from federal formula and competitive grants for after-school and summer learning, to foundation grants for mentoring, recreation, and enrichment, to small corporate and community-foundation awards. The largest dedicated federal source is the 21st Century Community Learning Centers program, which supports academic enrichment during out-of-school time at high-poverty schools and community organizations. OJJDP also funds mentoring, delinquency prevention, and youth intervention programs.

Who funds youth programs?

Funders include federal agencies (the U.S. Department of Education through 21st CCLC and OJJDP within the Department of Justice), national foundations such as the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, the Annie E. Casey Foundation, the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, and the Wallace Foundation, and corporate philanthropy. Community foundations and local United Way chapters are often the most accessible sources for grassroots youth organizations.

Who is eligible to apply for youth program grants?

Eligibility varies by funder. Federal programs like 21st CCLC typically require schools, districts, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, or parks and recreation departments to apply, often in partnership. Most foundation grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status or a fiscal sponsor. Review each funder's guidelines for geographic focus, target age groups, and program-type restrictions before applying.

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